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<strong>Community</strong> Outreach<br />

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<strong>Community</strong><br />

Outreach,<br />

Special Programs<br />

& Services<br />

CSMA is a unique <strong>and</strong> vital community resource <strong>and</strong> one <strong>of</strong> the top 10 schools <strong>of</strong> its kind in the nation. We<br />

<strong>of</strong>fer a spectrum <strong>of</strong> creative endeavors reflecting the diverse interests <strong>of</strong> people throughout the region.<br />

In addition to providing a curriculum to accommodate all skill levels <strong>and</strong> ages, CSMA <strong>of</strong>fers a variety <strong>of</strong> special<br />

programs <strong>and</strong> services at our Finn Center campus, as well as in the community, at businesses <strong>and</strong> homes.<br />

Concerts, lectures & Special<br />

Cultural Events in Tateuchi Hall<br />

CSMA <strong>of</strong>fers many free or moderately priced<br />

programs year-round in its 200-plus seat concert<br />

hall, named in honor <strong>of</strong> donors Atsuhiko <strong>and</strong> Ina<br />

Goodwin Tateuchi <strong>of</strong> Japan. (See inside front cover.)<br />

Exhibitions in Mohr Gallery<br />

Year-round exhibitions in our gallery, named in<br />

honor <strong>of</strong> donors larry <strong>and</strong> Nancy Mohr, present a<br />

spectrum <strong>of</strong> multi-cultural art, diverse media <strong>and</strong><br />

cutting-edge creativity by local <strong>and</strong> faculty artists,<br />

students <strong>and</strong> special guests. (See inside front cover.)<br />

<strong>Music</strong> for Special Occasions<br />

Celebrate a birthday, wedding, business milestone<br />

or other special event by having our talented faculty<br />

artists provide music. CSMA can provide the right<br />

music to match your occasion—an intimate home<br />

party or large corporate event.<br />

music school director, mary holmes<br />

(mholmes@arts4all.org; 650/917-6800, ext 329)<br />

Facility Rental<br />

Finn Center provides an outst<strong>and</strong>ing venue for<br />

small-scale performances, presentations & recitals<br />

in Tateuchi Hall.<br />

Concert hall manager Christine Catura<br />

(ccatura@arts4all.org; 650/917-6800, ext 314)<br />

Be a CSMA Volunteer!<br />

CSMA welcomes volunteers to share their time<br />

<strong>and</strong> talents on a regular basis or for special<br />

projects. Whether you are interested in providing<br />

administrative, program or event support, we<br />

encourage you to get involved.<br />

info: send email to volunteer@arts4all.org<br />

CSMA in the <strong>Community</strong><br />

as part <strong>of</strong> Csma’s commitment to <strong>Arts</strong> for All we<br />

bring the community together at Finn Center, but we<br />

don’t just stop there. our outreach programs bring<br />

education, creativity <strong>and</strong> inspiration to thous<strong>and</strong>s <strong>of</strong><br />

people throughout the region every year.<br />

In-<strong>School</strong> Programs<br />

CSMA serves more than 8,500 children (Gr K-8) annually<br />

through its art4schools <strong>and</strong> music4schools programs<br />

taught by CSMA’s pr<strong>of</strong>essional faculty. Curriculum is<br />

aligned with the California Visual <strong>and</strong> Performing <strong>Arts</strong><br />

(VAPA) state st<strong>and</strong>ards. Weekly, sequential, skill-based<br />

classes <strong>and</strong> concerts at more than 35 schools in Santa<br />

Clara <strong>and</strong> San Mateo Counties coordinate with school<br />

curriculum to ensure that the arts become an integral,<br />

enriching part <strong>of</strong> a child’s education.<br />

Cal Cullen, art4schools manager<br />

(ccullen@arts4all.org; 650/917-6800, ext 308)<br />

leah lader, music4schools manager<br />

(llader@arts4all.org; 650/917-6800, ext 307)<br />

After-<strong>School</strong> Programs<br />

CSMA <strong>of</strong>fers weekly after-school art clubs <strong>and</strong> music<br />

instruction at elementary schools. Programs <strong>of</strong>fer<br />

kids the opportunity to create art <strong>and</strong> music in the<br />

familiar surrounding <strong>of</strong> their own school <strong>and</strong> provide<br />

parents a convenient place for children to go when<br />

the school day ends.<br />

Performances & Exhibitions<br />

Faculty <strong>and</strong> students provide free concerts <strong>and</strong><br />

exhibitions at libraries, senior centers, hospitals, fairs<br />

<strong>and</strong> other venues throughout the year. These <strong>of</strong>f-site<br />

programs are another way that CSMA strengthens its<br />

bonds with the community <strong>and</strong> ensures <strong>Arts</strong> for All!<br />

Special Needs Program<br />

As part <strong>of</strong> CSMA’s commitment to <strong>Arts</strong> for All, we<br />

provide classes at Finn Center to students from<br />

Abilities United, Morgan Autism Center, Pacific Autism<br />

Center for Education (PACE) <strong>and</strong> AchieveKids. Taught<br />

by our pr<strong>of</strong>essional faculty, weekly classes provide<br />

h<strong>and</strong>s-on experiences in a supportive environment to<br />

meet the special needs <strong>of</strong> these students.<br />

Para más información sobre clases de música y arte, llama a servicio cliente, 650/917-6800, ext. o

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